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Seasonal Pest Outlook

Fall Bugs & Pests

Fall bugs are abundant – as the seasons change, you’ll see pests coming and going. Overwintering pests start making their way inside for shelter, while “summer” bugs, like flies and stinging insects, linger.

High

Fall bugs aren’t the only thing to watch out for: rodent control and exclusion should be your #1 fall priority, as mice and rats seek a warm place for winter. Walls, closets, pantries, and attics are inviting…and droppings and gnaw marks are signs of a problem.

Flies

TIP: Prevent flies from ever entering by surveying for any entry ways.

High

After working all summer to create the largest nest possible, it becomes a struggle to feed so many mouths with temperatures dropping and food sources dwindling. Under these circumstances, stinging insects can become hostile. If you think you have found a nest, take caution.

Ants

TIP: Pavement ant colonies can be difficult to locate. If problems persist, contact a professional.

Medium

This time of year can include a bevy of unique fall insects, including stink bugs, box elders, and lady beetles (aka ladybugs). Pests enter homes and businesses seeking an overwintering site where they can wait out the winter.

Occasional Fall Bugs

TIP: Late summer and early fall are the optimal time to treat for stink bugs. Your Western service technician can point out ways in which occasional invaders can come into your home and make recommendations to exclude these critters.

Low

Moisture below your home can draw cockroaches. Maintenance is your best roach control weapon, from general cleanliness to repair of cracks and gaps that can let roaches in.